Yad Vashem USA combats antisemitism by promoting Holocaust education and remembrance
Rising Anti-Semitism in the U.S. In recent times, there has been a troubling surge of anti-Semitism across the United States. It’s visible on college campuses and in major urban areas, where Jewish Americans often find themselves targeted and, too frequently, silent in response. This blatant hatred is not just disheartening; it’s a reflection of deeper, […]
Linda McMahon’s response to Holocaust denial should concern us
Questions Raised About Diversity of Perspectives in Academia During a recent hearing, a question was posed to Education Secretary Linda McMahon regarding whether Harvard University should hire a Holocaust denier, asking if that would be seen as an “ideological litmus test.” McMahon’s response suggested that diversity of perspectives is essential in academia. It was surprising. […]
Holocaust Museum criticizes NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani for attempting to soften anti-Israel rally message
Mamdani’s Controversial Remarks Spark Outcry Democratic socialist mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani has been in the spotlight recently for his refusal to denounce the phrase “globalization of intifadas,” which some view as linked to anti-Semitic violence. In a conversation on the Bluwork Podcast, Mamdani suggested that the phrase should be interpreted as a call to support […]
Eric Adams issues an executive order to adopt the Holocaust remembrance organization’s definition of antisemitism
Mayor Adams Takes Steps Against Anti-Semitism On Sunday, Mayor Eric Adams signed an executive order to adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s definition of anti-Semitism, aiming to enhance his city’s efforts in combating hatred towards Jews. He also proposed legislation encouraging city councils to approve this definition, seen by many Jewish leaders as essential in […]
Undocumented immigrant sets fire to Holocaust survivor in Boulder
March Turns Chaotic In Boulder A peaceful demonstration by Jewish groups in Boulder, Colorado, took a violent turn on Sunday. A man, identified as Mohamed Sabri Soliman, used what was described as a “make-up flamethrower” to direct flames into the crowd, followed by throwing a Molotov cocktail. Soliman, an Egyptian citizen who has overstayed his […]
The disgraceful effort to minimize the Holocaust and retain art stolen by the Nazis
Stolen Art and the Fight for Justice Among the countless Jewish victims of the Nazis was Fritz Grünbaum, a renowned cabaret performer in Vienna. Tragically, he lost his life in 1941 at Dachau concentration camp. Before his death, Grünbaum was coerced into signing over his significant collection of over 400 artworks. Years later, one of […]
Eleanor the Great review – June Squibb tackles Holocaust survivor struggles in Scarlett Johansson’s uncertain directorial debut
Eleanor: A Mixed Bag of Emotions Scarlett Johansson’s directorial debut, based on a script by Tory Kamen, comes across as both sincere and sweetly acted. However, the film feels a bit strange and perhaps, naive in its exploration of its Holocaust theme. It seems to aim for sentimentality but skips over the more profound existential […]
Mamdani maintains unusual stance against signing resolution denouncing the Holocaust
Zohran Mamdani, a socialist aspiring for the NYC mayoral seat, has come under fire for his refusal to endorse a resolution condemning the Holocaust. On Saturday, he offered peculiar explanations for his choice, particularly when faced with questions about not signing a separate resolution celebrating Israel’s 77th anniversary. The pro-Palestinian legislator from Queens stated that […]
Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani in NYC declines to sign resolutions that condemn the Holocaust and support Israel.
Socialist lawmaker Zohran Mamdani opted not to endorse two resolutions acknowledging Israel and the Holocaust. This comes as state legislators seek to represent cities with significant Jewish populations, the largest outside Israel. This week, Mamdani abstained from a resolution commemorating the 77th anniversary of Israel. He also declined to support a measure last year that […]
Holocaust survivor Margot Friedländer passes away at 103
A notable figure among Holocaust survivors in Germany, Margot Friedlender, passed away on Friday at 103 years old. At 23, Friedlender was hidden away before being sent to the Teresienstadt concentration camp, where she shared her story. Interestingly, she died on the same day she was honored with Germany’s Cross of Merit, as announced by […]